Legal Question in Personal Injury in Texas
How do you make a claim to the insurance company in an event of a car accident?
1 Answer from Attorneys
If you have the name of the other driver, the name of his or her insurance company, and the policy number for that insurance company, you look up the "report a claim" number for that insurance company on the internet. Generally, it's a toll free number. Call that number and the person who answers can set up a claim for you over the phone. HOWEVER, be careful what you say to the other driver's insurance company, as sometimes things you innocently say to that person will be used to reduce or deny your claim. In addition, if you were injured, it is important to have all of your injuries checked out and treated by a medical provider. Once you sign a release with the other driver's insurance company, there is no turning back. Often times the things you do or don't do at the beginning of your claim can hurt the value of your claim and your ability to be properly compensated for your damages, so BE CAREFUL. Sincerely, Carl Weinkauf